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Amtrak Airo Production Stimulates Nationwide Economy

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Thursday, October 12, 2023

SACRAMENTO, Calif., Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The production of new Amtrak Airo trains is boosting businesses nationwide as manufacturing ramps up. The creation of new, sustainable, engineering and manufacturing jobs will benefit communities across the country with over 3,500 parts manufactured by nearly 100 suppliers in 31 states.

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  • SACRAMENTO, Calif., Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The production of new Amtrak Airo trains is boosting businesses nationwide as manufacturing ramps up.
  • "As we build to support the soaring demand for train travel, Amtrak Airo is creating jobs even before the trains are on the tracks," said Amtrak President Roger Harris .
  • "Amtrak is an integral part of the fabric of our nation and Amtrak Airo will represent a new level of passenger experience for travelers throughout America.
  • Customers will experience new Amtrak Airo trains on the Northeast Regional , Empire Service , Amtrak Virginia Services , Keystone Service , Amtrak Downeaster , Amtrak Cascades , Maple Leaf , New Haven-Springfield-Greenfield Service , Palmetto , Carolinian , Pennsylvanian , Vermonter , Ethan Allen Express and Adirondack .

Amtrak Debuts Decorative Locomotive to Celebrate "Beyond King Tut" Exhibition in Washington, D.C., and Boston

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Wednesday, August 3, 2022

WASHINGTON, Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Amtrak is the official transportation partner for a new exhibition "Beyond King Tut: The Immersive Experience," the exhibition produced in partnership with the National Geographic Society. Amtrak invites passengers and history buffs to conveniently travel via train to Washington, D.C., or Boston to experience the magic and mystery of ancient Egypt.

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  • WASHINGTON, Aug. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Amtrak is the official transportation partner for a new exhibition "Beyond King Tut: The Immersive Experience," the exhibition produced in partnership with the National Geographic Society.
  • Amtrak invites passengers and history buffs to conveniently travel via train to Washington, D.C., or Boston to experience the magic and mystery of ancient Egypt.
  • To promote "Take the Train to Tut," a specially-wrapped Amtrak locomotive will power Amtrak Northeast Regional service operating on the Northeast Corridor between Washington, D.C., and Boston.
  • "Beyond King Tut: The Immersive Experience" presents the story of Egypt's "boy king" coinciding with the 100-year anniversary of the tomb's discovery.

Amtrak Guests Can Now Celebrate the Magic at Harry Potter: The Exhibition in Philadelphia

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Wednesday, July 13, 2022

PHILADELPHIA, July 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- This summer, Amtrak passengers can celebrate the magic in Philadelphia at Harry Potter: The Exhibition, at the Franklin Institute in Philadelphia. Open now through Sept. 18, this experience is one of the most comprehensive touring exhibitions ever presented about the Wizarding World. Amtrak will transport customers to Philadelphia where they can experience Harry Potter: The Exhibition and the18,000-square-foot space featuring 21 celebratory galleries, including the Great Hall, Hogwarts Castle, Hagrid's Hut, Hogwarts Houses and Newt's Case.

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  • PHILADELPHIA, July 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- This summer, Amtrak passengers can celebrate the magic in Philadelphia at Harry Potter: The Exhibition , at the Franklin Institute in Philadelphia.
  • "We are thrilled to announce Amtrak as the official travel partner of Harry Potter: The Exhibition at the Franklin Institute," said Tom Zaller, President and CEO of Imagine Exhibitions.
  • "Amtrak will provide guests of the Exhibition a wonderful way to easily get to the experience any day of the week."
  • "Amtrak is proud to serve as an official transportation partner for Harry Potter: The Exhibition at the Franklin Institute in Philadelphia," said Amtrak Assistant Vice President National Advertising & Brand Management, Darlene Abubakar.

Amtrak Offers 50% Off Fares During National Fall Flash Sale

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Wednesday, September 1, 2021

Visit Amtrak.com/fallflashsale or the Amtrak app for more information on schedules and fares.

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  • Visit Amtrak.com/fallflashsale or the Amtrak app for more information on schedules and fares.
  • All routes are included with the exception of the Auto Train, Pennsylvanian and Keystone Service (locally between Philadelphia and Harrisburg, Pennsylvania), and 7000-8999 Thruways.
  • The sale is valid for Acela Business Class and coach seats only; no upgrades are permitted and tickets must be booked at least three days prior to travel.
  • For 50 years, Amtrak has connected America and transformed transportation by modernizing train travel, and building for the future.